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The Giver Vocab: 1-3
Term | Definition |
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rasping | (verb): scrape or grate with a rough tool |
distraught | (adjective): stressed, mentally confused, bewildered, upset |
distracted | (adjective): taking away the attention of |
wheedle | (verb): to persuade with flattery |
nurturer | (noun): one who takes care of, feeds |
disposition | (noun): a person's general way of acting |
transgression | (noun): act or instance of breaking the law |
apprehensive | (adjective): fearful about what may happen |
aptitude | (noun): natural ability; talent |
chastise | (verb): to punish; reprimand severely, scold |
rarity | (noun): person or thing that is uncommon, valuable |
palpable | (adverb): able to be touched or felt |
bewilderment | (noun): confusion or complete puzzlement |
nondescript | (adjective): without interesting or striking characteristics |
petulantly | (adverb): ill-humored; peevish |